Panasonic AG-AC160AEJ User guide

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Camcorders
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Model No.
AG-AC160AP
AG-AC160AEJ
AG-AC160AEN
SS0412SI0 -YI
Printed in Japan
VQT4J51 (E)
ENGLISH
Vol.1
Note that Operating Instructions Vol.1 describes basic operations of
the Memory Card Camera-Recorder.
For instructions on advanced operations of the Memory Card
Camera-Recorder, refer to Operating Instructions Vol.2 (pdf file)
contained in the supplied CD-ROM. (Page 13)
ThisproductiseligiblefortheAVCCAM
3YearWarrantyRepairProgram.For
details,seepage9.
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
Volume
1
2
indicates safety information.
WARNING:
• Toreducetheriskofreorelectricshock,donotexpose
this equipment to rain or moisture.
• To reduce the risk of re or electric shock hazard, keep
this equipment away from all liquids. Use and store only
inlocationswhicharenotexposedtotheriskofdripping
or splashing liquids, and do not place any liquid containers
on top of the equipment.
WARNING:
Always keep memory cards or accessories (coin battery,
microphone holder screws, microphone holder adaptor,
INPUT terminal covers) out of the reach of babies and small
children.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and annoying
interference, use the recommended accessories only.
CAUTION:
Do not jar, swing, or shake the unit by its handle while the
conversion lens or another accessory is attached.
Due to the added weight of the conversion lens, any strong
jolt to the handle may damage the unit or result in personal
injury.
CAUTION:
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain
readily operable.
The AC receptacle (mains socket outlet) shall be installed
near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC
mains, disconnect the power cord plug from the AC
receptacle.
CAUTION:
Dangerofexplosionorfireifbatteryisincorrectlyreplaced
or mistreated.
• Donotdisassemblethebatteryordisposeofitinre.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C (140°F).
• Donotexposethebatterytoexcessiveheatsuchassun-
shine,reorthelike.
For Battery Pack
• Usespeciedcharger.
• Replaceonlywithsameorspeciedtype.
For Battery of Remote Controller
• Replace battery with part No. CR2025 only.
• Do not recharge the battery.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not install or
place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or any other
confined space.
Topreventriskofelectricshockorfirehazarddue
to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other
materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
Do not lift the unit by its handle while the tripod is attached.
When the tripod is attached, its weight will also affect
the unit’s handle, possibly causing the handle to break
and hurting the user. To carry the unit while the tripod is
attached, take hold of the tripod.
CAUTION:
Excessivesoundpressurefromearphonesand
headphones can cause hearing loss.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the unit in direct contact with the skin for long
periods of time when in use.
Low temperature burn injuries may be suffered if the high
temperature parts of this unit are in direct contact with the
skin for long periods of time. When using the equipment for
long periods of time, make use of the tripod.
CAUTION:
Keep metal objects (such as necklaces and hairpins) away
from the battery.
Short-circuiting may occur across the terminals, causing the
battery to heat up, and you may seriously burn yourself if
you touch the battery in this state.
Read this first!
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Theexclamationpointwithinanequilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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CAUTION:
Thisapparatuscanbeoperatedatavoltageintherangeof110-240VAC.
Voltagesotherthan120VarenotintendedforU.S.A.andCanada.
Operationatavoltageotherthan120VACmayrequiretheuseofadifferentACplug.Pleasecontacteither
alocalorforeignPanasonicauthorizedservicecenterforassistanceinselectinganalternateACplug.
FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of Conformity
ModelNumber: AG-AC160AP
TradeName: Panasonic
ResponsibleParty:
PanasonicCorporationofNorthAmericaOnePanasonicWay,Secaucus,NJ07094
Supportcontact: 1-800-524-1448
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.
Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterference
received,includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesiredoperation.
Toassurecontinuedcompliance,followtheattachedinstallationinstructionsanddonotmakeany
unauthorizedmodifications.
CAUTION:
ThisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassBdigitaldevice,
pursuanttoPart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotection
againstharmfulinterferenceinaresidentialinstallation.Thisequipmentgenerates,usesandcan
radiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledandusedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,
maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications.However,thereisnoguarantee
thatinterferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmful
interferencetoradioortelevisionreception,whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipmentoff
andon,theuserisencouragedtotrytocorrecttheinterferencebyoneofthefollowingmeasures:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
• Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
• Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
Theusermayfindthebooklet“SomethingAboutInterference”
availablefromFCClocalregionalofficeshelpful.
FCC Warning:
ToassurecontinuedFCCemissionlimitcompliance,followtheattachedinstallationinstructionsandtheuser
mustuseonlyshieldedinterfacecableswhenconnectingtohostcomputerorperipheraldevices.Alsoany
unauthorizedchangesormodificationstothisequipmentcouldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatethisdevice.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
ThisclassBdigitalapparatuscomplieswithCanadianICES-003.
CetappareilnuméiquedelaclasseBestconformeàlanormeNMB-003duCanada.
For AG-AC160AP Only
indicatessafetyinformation.
4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9)Donotdefeatthesafetypurposeofthepolarizedorgrounding-typeplug.Apolarizedplughastwo
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles,andthepointwheretheyexitfromtheapparatus.
11) Onlyuseattachments/accessoriesspecifiedbythemanufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
orsoldwiththeapparatus.Whenacartisused,usecautionwhenmovingthecart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
beenspilledorobjectshavefallenintotheapparatus,theapparatushasbeenexposedtorainor
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT
“Unauthorizedrecordingofcopyrightedtelevisionprograms,videotapesandothermaterialsmayinfringethe
right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.”
For USA-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special
handling may apply.
Seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Alithiumion/polymerbatterythatisrecyclablepowerstheproductyouhavepurchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
5
CautionforACMainsLead
For battery charger
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc.
and the other one is only for U.K.
Appropriatemainscablemustbeusedineachlocalarea,sincetheothertypeofmainscableis
notsuitable.
TYPE C
(FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.)
TYPE BF
(FOR U.K. ONLY)
How to replace the fuse
1. Open the fuse compartment with a
screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse.
Fuse
FOR U.K. ONLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please
ensure that the replacement fuse has a
rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover
you must ensure that it is refitted when the
fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased
from your local Panasonic Dealer.
indicatessafetyinformation.
For AG-AC160AEJ Only
EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.
EEE Complies with Directive of Turkey.
EU
6
CautionforACMainsLead
For AC adaptor
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc.
and the other one is only for U.K.
Appropriatemainscablemustbeusedineachlocalarea,sincetheothertypeofmainscableis
notsuitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR U.K. ONLY
How to replace the fuse
1. Open the fuse compartment with a
screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse.
Fuse
FOR U.K. ONLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please
ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating
of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA
or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover
you must ensure that it is refitted when the
fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased
from your local Panasonic Dealer.
indicatessafetyinformation.
For AG-AC160AEJ Only
WARNING:
Thisequipmentmustbeearthed
Toensuresafeoperation,thethree-pinplugmustbeinsertedonlyintoastandardthree-pinpower
pointwhichiseffectivelyearthedthroughnormalhouse-holdwiring.
Extensioncordsusedwiththeequipmentmusthavethreecoresandbecorrectlywiredtoprovide
connectiontotheearth.Wronglywiredextensioncordsareamajorcauseoffatalities.
Thefactthattheequipmentoperatessatisfactorilydoesnotimplythatthepowerpointisearthed
orthattheinstallationiscompletelysafe.Foryoursafety,ifyouareinanydoubtabouttheeffective
earthingofthepowerpoint,pleaseconsultaqualifiedelectrician.
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EMC NOTICE FOR THE PURCHASER/USER OF THE APPARATUS
1. Applicable standards and operating environment
The apparatus is compliant with:
• standardsEN55103-1andEN55103-22009,and
• electromagneticenvironmentsE1,E2,E3andE4.
2. Pre-requisite conditions to achieving compliance with the above standards
<1> Peripheral equipment to be connected to the apparatus and special connecting cables
• Thepurchaser/userisurgedtouseonlyequipmentwhichhasbeenrecommendedbyusas
peripheralequipmenttobeconnectedtotheapparatus.
• Thepurchaser/userisurgedtouseonlytheconnectingcablesdescribedbelow.
<2>
For the connecting cables, use shielded cables which suit the intended purpose of the apparatus.
• Videosignalconnectingcables
Usedouble-shieldedcoaxialcables,whicharedesignedfor75-ohmtypehigh-frequencyap-
plications,forSDI(SerialDigitalInterface).
Coaxialcables,whicharedesignedfor75-ohmtypehigh-frequencyapplications,arerecom-
mendedforanalogvideosignals.
• Audiosignalconnectingcables
IfyourapparatussupportsAES/EBUserialdigitalaudiosignals,usecablesdesignedforAES/EBU.
Useshieldedcables,whichprovidequalityperformanceforhigh-frequencytransmissionap-
plications,foranalogaudiosignals.
• Otherconnectingcables(IEEE1394,USB)
Usedouble-shieldedcables,whichprovidequalityperformanceforhigh-frequencyapplica-
tions,asconnectingcables.
• WhenconnectingtotheDVIsignalterminal,useacablewithaferritecore.
• Ifyourapparatusissuppliedwithferritecore(s),theymustbeattachedoncable(s)following
instructionsinthismanual.
3. Performance level
Theperformanceleveloftheapparatusisequivalenttoorbetterthantheperformancelevel
requiredbythesestandards.
However,theapparatusmaybeadverselyaffectedbyinterferenceifitisbeingusedinanEMC
environment,suchasanareawherestrongelectromagneticfieldsaregenerated(bythepresence
ofsignaltransmissiontowers,cellularphones,etc.).Inordertominimizetheadverseeffectsofthe
interferenceontheapparatusincaseslikethis,itisrecommendedthatthefollowingstepsbetaken
withtheapparatusbeingaffectedandwithitsoperatingenvironment:
1.Placetheapparatusatadistancefromthesourceoftheinterference.
2.Changethedirectionoftheapparatus.
3.Changetheconnectionmethodusedfortheapparatus.
4.
Connecttheapparatustoanotherpoweroutletwherethepowerisnotsharedbyanyotherappliances.
For AG-AC160AEJ/AG-AC160AEN Only
For AG-AC160AEN Only
CautionforACMainsLead
AC adaptor (Battery charger)
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable, Type C and Type BF.
Appropriatemainscablemustbeusedineachlocalarea,sincetheothertypeofmainscableis
notsuitable.
TYPE C TYPE BF
indicatessafetyinformation.
8
To remove the battery
Para remover a bateria
Main Power Battery (Lithium ion Battery)
Bateria Principal de Energia
(Refer to page 26 for the detail.)
Press the battery release button.
Pressione o botão para liberar a bateria.
Back-up Battery (Lithium Battery)
• For the removal of the battery for disposal at
the end of its service life, please consult your
dealer.
Battery release button
Botão de liberação da
bateria
Remote Control Battery (Lithium Battery)
Bateria do Controle Remoto
1) Push the catch in the direction shown by
arrow 1 to remove the holder.
Empurreatravanadireçãoexibidapelaseta
1 para remover o suporte.
2) Remove the button-type battery from the
battery holder.
Remova a bateria tipo botão do suporte da
bateria.
Brazil Only
Brasil Apenas
Manuseio de baterias usadas
BRASIL
Apósouso,aspilhase/oubateriaspoderão
ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial
ourededeassistênciatécnicaautorizada.
Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa
caixadestinadaparaorecolhimento.Ocontatoentrepartesmetálicaspodecausarvazamentos,gerar
calor,romperablindagemeproduzirfogo.
Nãodesmonte,nãoremovaoinvólucro,nemamasseabateria.Ogásliberadopelabateriapodeirritara
garganta,danificarolacredoinvólucroouovazamentoprovocarcalor,rupturadablindagemeproduzir
fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar
expostasatemperaturassuperioresa100°C(212°F).Ogásliberadopelabateriapodeirritaragarganta,
danificarolacredoinvólucroouovazamentoprovocarcalor,rupturadablindagemeproduzirfogodevido
ao curto circuito dos terminais provocado internamente.
Eviteocontatocomoliquidoquevazardasbaterias.Casoistoocorra,lavebemaparteafetadacom
bastanteágua.Casohajairritação,consulteummédico.
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Battery Charger / AC Adaptor
The rating plate is on the underside of the Battery Charger and AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC mains
plug from the AC mains socket when not in use.
*1: Please note that this extended warranty is not available in some countries/regions. *2: Not all models eligible for extended warranty coverage.
*3: The basic warranty period may vary depending on the country/region. *4: Not all repair work is covered by this extended warranty.
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It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are
made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately
protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is
a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that
safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
■ Batteries that may be used with this product (Correct as of September 2011)
Panasonic CGA-E/625 (bundled) and VW-VBG6 (optional) batteries may be used with this product.
The CGA-E/625 (bundled) and VW-VBG6 (optional) batteries contain a function to enable verification as
to whether they may be safely used with this product.
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How to read this document
Illustrations
Illustrations of the camera, menu screens, and other items, may vary from the actual items.
In order to identify the terminals on the camera body, the supplied protective caps are not illustrated
exceptin“Descriptionofparts”(Pages22,23).
Reference pages
Reference pages in this document are indicated by (Page 00).
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
SD/SDHC/SDXCmemorycardsarealldescribedasmemorycards.Eachnameisdescribedwhen
explainedindividually.
Notations
The menu items displayed on the screen are enclosed in square brackets like [Menu items], and
characters printed on camera and the remote control are enclosed in angle brackets as in <item name>.
Menu display language
[English] is set in the factory settings. You can change the display language in [LANGUAGE] item of the
[OTHER FUNCTIONS] screen.
TheSDHClogoandSDXClogoaretrademarksofSD-3C,LLC.
“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
The “DV” is a registered trademark.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI,theHDMIlogo,andHigh-DenitionMultimediaInterfacearetrademarksorregisteredtrademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Microsoft
®
, Windows
®
, and Windows Vista
®
are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
CorporationintheUnitedStatesand/orothercountries.
Screenshots are used in accordance with Microsoft Corporation guidelines.
IBMandPC/ATareregisteredtrademarksofInternationalBusinessMachinesCorporation.
Intel
®
isaregisteredtrademarkoratrademarkofIntelCorporationintheUnitedStatesand/orother
countries.
Apple
®
, Macintosh
®
, and Mac OS
®
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United
Statesand/orothercountries.
Other model names, company names, and product names listed in these operating instructions are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial
use of a consumer, and no license is granted or shall be implied for any use other than the personal uses
detailed below.
- To encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC Video”)
- To decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial
activity
- To decode AVC Video that was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video
AdditionalinformationmaybeobtainedfromMPEGLA,LLC(http://www.mpegla.com).
- Separate license contracts must be obtained from MPEG LA where SD Memory Cards containing
information recorded with this product are to be distributed to end users for commercial purposes. “End
user”referstopersonsororganizationshandlingsuchcontentsforpersonaluse.
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How to use the camera
Thiscameraisequippedwitha1/3,2.2megapixel3MOSsensorandanoptical22Xcam-typezoomlens.
Itsupportssimultaneousandrelayrecordingusingtwomemorycardslots.Inaddition,itisahand-held
camera-recorderthatsupportscommercialHDmode(AVCHD)/SDmode(DV)recordingthatcandeliver
diverseimagerepresentationsbysupportingslow/quickmotion.
Inthisdocument,“HDmode”isreferredtoas“AVCHDmode”and“SDmode”isreferredtoas“DV
mode”.
LOCK
AG-AC160A
DV tape equipment/memory card
camera-recorder/computer, etc.
Computer
Video equipment/television/monitor
Data can be transferred for
backup/dubbing/editing.
IEEE1394 (DV) cable
(can only be used in DV mode)
BNC Cable (SDI)
Audio pin cable
Video pin cable
HDMI cable
(can only be
used in
AVCHD mode)
Memory card
AVCHD mode
Speed class 6 or higher can be used when in PS
mode.
Speed class 6 or higher can be used during VFR
recording.
DV mode
Speed class 6 or higher can be used.
USB2.0 connection cable
* The AG-AC160AEJ cannot write to a memory card from
a computer.
Saves and reads the setting
values of scene files or user
files on the memory card.
Speed class 2 or higher can be used when in PM/HE
mode.
Speed class 4 or higher can be used when in PH/HA
mode.
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Read this rst! ................................................ 2
How to use the camera ................................ 11
Please read before use ................................ 14
Compatible memory card for this camera ..... 14
(SD speed class 4) ....................... 15
(SD speed class 6) ....................... 15
Operating precautions ................................. 16
Before use
Before using the camera.............................. 18
Accessories .................................................. 20
Optional accessories ................................... 20
Description of parts
Description of parts ...................................... 21
Left side ........................................................ 21
Top and right side ......................................... 22
Front side and rear side ................................ 23
Remote control ............................................. 24
Preparation
Recharging the battery ................................ 24
Recharging ................................................... 24
Power sources .............................................. 26
Using the battery........................................... 26
Using the AC adaptor.................................... 27
Adjusting the hand strap ............................. 27
Attaching the shoulder strap ....................... 28
Attaching/removing the lens hood ............. 28
Attaching/removing the lens cap ................ 28
Fitting the eye cup ........................................ 29
The remote control ....................................... 29
Inserting the battery ...................................... 29
Remote control usable range........................ 29
Turning the camera ON/OFF ........................ 30
SwitchingtoAVCHDmode/DVmode ........... 30
Setup menu basic operations ..................... 31
Using the setup menu ................................... 31
Initializingthesetupmenu ............................ 32
Setting the calendar ..................................... 33
Menu
Setup menu structure .................................. 35
<CAMERA> mode menu .............................. 35
Playback <PB> mode menu ......................... 37
Reference
Specications ............................................... 38
Contents
Volume 1 (This Book)
13
Volume2(CD)
Shooting
Using the viewnder
Tally lamp
Basic shooting operations
Using the zoom function
Shooting in manual mode
Shooting in 1080i/480i/576i progressive
mode
Using convenient shooting functions
Using special functions for recording
Adjusting the shutter speed
Changing audio input
Using shooting settings (scene les)
Storing scene les and other settings on
memory cards
Clip metadata (AVCHD mode only)
Using the counter
Charging the built-in battery/setting the
time code
Playback
Basic playback operations
Thumbnail screen
Playback settings [PLAY SETUP]
Thumbnail operations
Useful playback functions
Editing
Connecting external devices
Nonlinear editing
How to handle data recorded on the
memory card
Dubbing
Displays
Screen displays
Menu
Setup menu list
Reference
Before calling for service
Updating the rmware incorporated into
the unit
Cleaning
Storage precautions
Recording format list
Index
How to open the operating instruction manual PDF les
DiscontinueinstallationiftheinstallationscreenofthesoftwareopensasaresultofinsertingtheCD-ROM.
When[INDEX.pdf]ontheCD-ROMisopened,alistoftheoperatinginstructionmanualswillbedisplayed.
Clickonthedocumentnameofthemanualtobeopened.
Adobe
®
Reader
®
is required to read PDF les.
It can be downloaded from the home page of Adobe Systems.
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Compatible memory card for this camera
Shooting in AVCHD mode
Speedclass4oraboveisrequiredforrecordinginPHmode/HAmode.Speedclass2oraboveisrequired
forrecordinginPMmode/HEmode.Speedclass6oraboveisrequiredforrecordinginPSmodeorwhen
usingtheVFRfunction.ItisrecommendedthatyouusethefollowingPanasonicmemorycards.(Asof
September,2011)
Shooting in DV mode
Speedclass6orabovememorycardsarerequired.Itisrecommendedthatyouusethefollowing
Panasonicmemorycards.(AsofSeptember,2011)
Memory card
type
Storage
capacity
AVCHD
shooting/playback
DV
shooting/playback
Saving/reading user
les and scene les
and reading metadata
(AVCHD only)
SDmemorycard
8MB
16MB
Cannotbeused.
Cannotbeused.
Canbeused.
32MB
64MB
128MB
256MB
Successfuloperationis
notguaranteed.
Shootingmaysuddenly
stopwithcertainSD
memorycards.
512MB
Canbeused.
Canbeused.1GB
2GB
SDHCmemory
card
4GB Canbeused.
6GB
8GB Canbeused.
12GB
16GB
Canbeused.
32GB
SDXCmemory
card
48GB
64GB
—:NoavailablePanasonicmemorycards
Pleaseseeoursupportpageatthefollowingwebsiteforthelatestinformationnotincludedinthese
operatinginstructions.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
ThiscamerasupportsFAT12andFAT16formattedSDmemorycards,FAT32formattedSDHCmemory
cards,andexFATformattedSDXCmemorycardsthatarecompliantwiththeSDstandard.
SDHCmemorycardsof4GBorabovethatdonothavetheSDHClogoandSDXCmemorycardsof48
GBorabovethatdonothavetheSDXClogoarenotcompliantwiththeSDstandard.
Usethiscameratoformatmemorycards.Formattingmemorycardsoncomputersorotherdevicesmay
causerecordingtotakelongerthannormal,ormaycausememorycardstobecomeincompatiblewith
thisproduct.(Page13ofVol.2)(Usethiscameratoreformatanymemorycardsthathavebeenformatted
oncomputersorotherdevices.)
Multimediacardscannotbeused.
Please read before use
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(SD speed class 4)
This refers to a class 4 speed standard (SD speed class) for the continuous writing of data between SD
compatible devices and memory cards as designated by the SD standard.
When the use of an SD speed class 4 memory card is recommended for SD-compatible products, this
indicates that stable recording operation can be achieved by using memory cards of class 4 and above.
(SD speed class 6)
This refers to a class 6 speed standard (SD speed class) for the continuous writing of data between SD
compatible devices and memory cards as designated by the SD standard.
When the use of an SD speed class 6 memory card is recommended for SD-compatible products, this
indicates that stable recording operation can be achieved by using memory cards of class 6 and above.
UHS-
I
compatibility
UHS-
I
(Ultra High Speed
I
) is speed standard for SD memory card. You can use a UHS-
I
memory
card, which performs as an SD speed class 10 memory card on this camera.
Reminders for handling
Do not allow dirt, water, or other substances to come into contact with the terminal on the back of the
memory card.
Do not leave the memory card in the following places:
- Direct sunlight or places of high temperature, such as near heating equipment
- Humid and dusty locations
- Locations with high variations in temperature (where condensation occurs)
- Locations that are subject to static electricity and electromagnetic waves
Store memory cards in bags or cases after use.
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When using the camera in the rain, snow, or at
the beach, do not allow water to get into it.
Doing so will cause damage to the camera and
the memory card. (This may result in irreparable
damage.)
Keep the camera away from devices (such
as TV sets and video game machines) that
generate magnetic elds.
Using the camera on top of or near a television
set may cause distortions in the image or sound
due to the electromagnetic waves that the
television emits.
The powerful magnetic elds generated by
speakers or large motors may damage recorded
content or distort images.
The electromagnetic waves emitted from a
microcomputer may adversely affect the camera
and cause images or sound to be distorted.
If the camera is adversely affected by devices
that generate magnetic elds and it no longer
operates properly, turn it off and remove the
battery or unplug the AC adaptor from the power
outlet. Then install the battery again or reconnect
the AC adaptor. After this, turn the camera back
on.
Do not use the camera near radio transmitters
or high-voltage equipment.
Using the camera near radio transmitters or high-
voltage equipment may adversely affect the
recorded images or sound.
Do not allow sand or dust to get into the
camera when using it at the beach or other
similar places.
Sand and dust can damage the camera or
memory card. (Be careful when inserting or
removing a memory card.)
AC adaptor (battery charger) and battery
If the <CHARGE> lamp continues to ash even
when the battery temperature is normal, the
battery or AC adaptor (battery charger) might be
damaged. Contact your dealer.
The battery takes longer to charge when it is
warm.
Using the AC adaptor (battery charger) near
radios may distort their sound. Keep the AC
adaptor (battery charger) 1 meter or more away
from radios.
The AC adaptor (battery charger) may make
some noise when in use, but this is normal.
Be careful not to drop the camera when
carrying it around.
Strong impacts may damage the camera unit and
cause it to stop working properly.
Handle the camera with care using the hand
strap or shoulder strap to carry it.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or
other volatile substances.
Spraying the camera with insecticides or other
volatile substances may deform it or cause the
coating to peel off.
Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or
PVC products for extended periods of time.
After use, remove the battery or disconnect the
AC power supply cord from the power outlet.
Battery characteristics
This camera uses a rechargeable lithium ion
battery. It generates electrical energy through
an internal chemical reaction. This reaction is
easily inuenced by the ambient temperature
and humidity, and the effective operating time of
the battery is reduced as the temperature rises
or falls. If you use this camera at locations with
extremely low temperatures, its operating time will
be reduced.
If the battery becomes extremely hot, a protective
function will engage and you will not be able to use
it for a while.
Operating precautions
17
Make sure to remove the battery after use.
Completely remove the battery from the camera.
(Even if you turn the camera off, leaving the
battery attached still consumes a small amount of
electricity.) The battery will over-discharge if you
leave it in the camera for long periods of time and
may become impossible to recharge.
Do not remove the battery when the POWER
switch is ON.
Turn the POWER switch OFF and make sure that
the mode lamp is completely off before removing
the battery.
Protect the battery terminals.
Do not allow dust or foreign substances to cling to
the battery terminals.
If you accidentally drop the battery, check the body
and terminals if they have been deformed.
Inserting a deformed battery into the camera or
the AC adaptor (battery charger) may damage the
camera or the AC adaptor (battery charger).
Reminders when discarding memory cards or
transferring them to others
Formatting memory cards or deleting data using
the functions of this camera or a computer will
merelychangethelemanagementinformation
and will not completely erase the data stored
in the memory cards. It is recommended that
you physically destroy memory cards when
discarding them, or use data deletion software for
commercially available for computers to completely
erase the data when transferring them to others.
Users are responsible for managing the data stored
in their memory cards.
Liquid crystal displays
Images or characters can linger on the screen of
theLCDorviewnderiftheyareleftdisplayed
foralongtime,butyoucanxthisbyleavingthe
camera off for several hours.
The LCD monitor is managed with high precision
toensurethat99.99%ofthepixelsareeffective
leavingonly0.01%ofpixelsthatareeitherdead
or remain on all the time. This is normal and will
have no effect on recorded images.
Dew may form on the LCD monitor if you use
the camera in locations of intensely varying
temperatures. Wipe it dry with a soft, dry cloth.
The LCD monitor may appear a little dimmer right
after turning on a cold camera. The brightness will
go back to normal when the internal temperature
increases.
Do not point the eyepiece of the lens or
viewnder at the sun.
Doing so may damage the internal parts.
Protective caps for the terminals
Keepprotectivecapsttedoverconnecting
terminals that are not being used.
Mosaic-like noise may appear on the playback
images in the following shooting conditions.
Whenthereisacomplexpatterninthe
background
When moving the camera a long distance or
moving quickly
When the subject is moving quickly
(Especially when shooting in HE mode)
Depending on the signal reading system of the
pickup devices (MOS sensor), the following
problems may occur.
A subject that quickly crosses the screen may
appear distorted in some shooting conditions.
Whenasubjectislitbytheash,thescreenmay
appearsplithorizontally.
(The possibility of the occurrence may be
reduced by setting the shutter speed lower.)
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Before using the camera
Always take trial shots
When•shooting•important•events•(such•as•weddings),•make•sure•to•take•trial•shots•to•conrm•that•sound•
and•image•are•being•properly•recorded•before•actual•shooting.
Be sure to check and set the calendar and time zone
These•settings•affect•the•control•and•playback•sequence•of•recorded•contents.•Check•and•set•the•
calendar•and•time•zone•before•shooting.•(Page•33)
There are no guarantees for recorded content
In•the•unlikely•event•that•content•that•was•not•recorded•due•to•a•malfunction•in•the•camera•or•the•memory•
card•in•use,•please•understand•that•no•compensation•can•be•provided.
Copyrights
Copyright•laws•forbid•the•use•of•video•and•audio•material•that•you•recorded•for•any•purpose•other•than•
your•own•personal•enjoyment.
Caution regarding laser beams
The•MOS•sensor•may•suffer•damage•if•the•lens•is•subjected•to•light•from•a•laser•beam.•When•using•the•
camera-recorder•in•locations•where•laser•irradiation•equipment•is•used,•be•careful•not•to•allow•the•laser•
beam•to•shine•directly•on•the•lens.
Media that can be used with this camera
SD/SDHC/SDXC•memory•cards•can•be•used.•See•page•14•for•details.
Attaching the camera to a tripod
The•tripod•hole•supports•1/4-20UNC•and•3/8-16UNC•screws.•Use•it•according•to•the•xing•screw•
diameter•of•the•tripod.
The•depth•of•the•tripod•hole•is•5.5•mm.•Do•not•tighten•the•tripod•screw•excessively•when•attaching•this•
camera•to•a•tripod.
Attach the tripod to the tripod hole on the bottom side.
Before use
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Before use
What is AVCHD?
AVCHDisastandardforrecordingandplaybackofhighdenitionvideo.
VideoiscompressedintheMPEG-4AVC/H.264format,andaudioisrecordedinDolbyDigitalorlinear
PCM.
What is DV?
DVisaformatthatadoptstheAVIType2leformatthatcanrecordandplaybackvideoinDVmode.
It records audio in linear PCM format.
Regarding SDHC/SDXC memory card and recorded video compatibility, take note
of the following:
SDHC/SDXC memory cards
SDHC/SDXCmemorycardscannotbeusedwithnon-SDHC/SDXC-
compatible equipment.
Whenusinganotherdevice,ensurethatitsupportsSDHC/SDXCmemory
cards.
Compatibility of video recorded in AVCHD mode
Recorded video cannot be used with non-AVCHD-compatible equipment.
Playback may not always be possible on all AVCHD-compatible equipment. In such instances, play your
video using this camera.
Thiscamerasupportsthesystemformats59.94Hzand50Hz.
InAVCHDmode,contentsindifferentsystemformats,recordedin59.94Hzandin50Hzcannotexist
on the same memory card.
Compatibility of video recorded in DV mode
Thiscamerasupportsthesystemformats59.94Hzand50Hz.
InDVmode,contentsindifferentsystemformats,recordedin59.94Hzandin50Hzcanexistonthe
same memory card.
When playing back memory cards recorded using the DV mode of the camera in Panasonic AG-HMC80
series
- [
?
] is displayed on the clip on the thumbnail screen.
- The playback will be images only. Audio is not played back.
- You cannot delete or repair a recorded clip, or add or remove a shot mark.
When playing back a memory card recorded using a camera in Panasonic AG-HMC80 series on this
camera
- [
?
] is displayed on the clip on the thumbnail screen.
- Both image and audio can be played back.
- You cannot delete or repair a recorded clip, or add or remove a shot mark.
For details about clips, see “Thumbnail screen” (Page 55 of Vol.2).
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Optional accessories
XLR microphone
AG-MC200G
Battery
VW-VBG6(7.2V,5800/5400(typ./min.)mAh)
Battery*
Battery charger
(for AG-AC160AEJ)
AC power supply cables (for AG-AC160AEJ/AEN)
TYPE BF TYPE C
Eye cup (Page 29)
AC adaptor/DC cord
(for AG-AC160AEJ)
AC power supply cables (for AG-AC160AEJ)
For the U.K.
For areas other than the U.K.
Shoulder strap (Page 28)
AC adaptor (Battery charger)/
DC cord
(for AG-AC160AP/AEN)
AC power supply cables
(for AG-AC160AP)
Wireless remote control and
coin battery (CR2025)
(Page 29)
Microphone holder
(Page 67 of Vol.2)
Microphone holder screws
(Page 67 of Vol.2)
M4 length 6 mm (2 pieces)
M4 length 12 mm (2 pieces)
Microphone holder adaptor
(Page 67 of Vol.2)
CD-ROM
- OperatingInstructions(PDF)
- AVCCAMRestorerSoftware
- AVCCAMSDCardFile
RecoverySoftware
Thefollowingaccessoriesareattachedtotheunit.
Lens cap (Page 28) INPUT terminal cap
(2 pieces)
Lens hood (Page 28) Hand strap (Page 27)
* ThebatteryprovidedwiththisproductisCGA-E/625.Ifyouneedanadditionalbattery,seethefollowingoptional
accessorieslist.
Consultyourdealerwhenpurchasingadditionalaccessories.
AdequatelyprocesstheACcordcapandthepackagingmaterialaftertakingouttheproduct.
Accessories
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